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Yoga, Pilates, Barre, HIIT, Circuit Training, Core Workouts and more!

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  • Reservations are recommended and can be made online, over the phone, or in person, up to 5 days in advance.
  • Walkins are welcome up to a max capacity of 12 people.
  • Yoga & Fitness classes are included in Blue Granite Membership (or you can use a punch pass or day pass).
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RECOVERY LAB W/ LEEANN

Recovery Lab is a small-group class focused on restoring capacity through breath, balance, mobility, and nervous-system downshifting. Designed for people training hard, navigating aches or injuries, or feeling run down, this class supports recovery as an active skill rather than complete rest.

Classes include clear options and practical guidance for safe self-modification. This class does not include injury assessment or therapeutic treatment.
The small class size allows for a slower pace, individualized attention, and a more supported recovery experience (limited to 6 participants).

ACRO YOGA JAM W/ DILLION & LIV

Build trust, strength, collaboration, and confidence while having fun exploring the playful world of Acro Yoga! This beginner-friendly, all-levels class will introduce the foundations of acro through partner warm-ups, accessible shapes, and simple flows before opening up into more creative play.
We’ll work in groups of three, rotating between base, flyer, and spotter so everyone gets to experience each role while prioritizing communication and safety. As the group builds consistency and confidence, we’ll gradually explore more challenging shapes, transitions, and flows.
No prior Acro experience is required. Bring a yoga mat, water, and a willingness to try something new!

ASANA FOR ALL W/ LEEANN

Come as you are. This all-levels class is designed to support climbers, weekend warriors, and anyone looking to reconnect with their body through mindful movement.

We’ll blend strength-building asana, functional mobility, and nervous system-friendly breathwork to help you move better—on the wall and in daily life. Expect grounding, stretching, stabilizing, and space to listen to what your body needs most.

No flexibility required. No fancy poses expected. Just a commitment to showing up.

PILATES CORE W/ SUE

Fire up your core and start the day right! This class uses a combination of fluid
movements and pilates-based exercises to improve your strength, flexibility, and coordination. This gentle and sustainable approach to improving core strength and skeletal stability allows you to ease into movement first thing in the morning, but will still leave your muscles burning by the end of it. Modifications available to tailor to all fitness levels.

AERIAL CORE W/ SUE

Aerial Core is a unique and fun method of combining core and upper body strength using a soft hammock to suspend and support body weight while enhancing balance, posture, and flexibility.

YIN YOGA FOR CLIMBERS W/ LINDSEY

Join us for an hour of deep relaxation and restoration with our Yin yoga class. This slow-paced practice is designed to target the body’s deep connective tissues while emphasizing long-held, passive poses. By holding these postures for an extended period, typically three to five minutes, we aim to release tension, increase circulation, and improve flexibility, which are all beneficial for rock climbers to prevent injury and enhance recovery. Focusing on mindfulness and deep breathing, this class offers a peaceful and meditative experience, allowing you to let go of stress and find inner balance. Suitable for all levels, our Yin yoga class will leave you feeling rejuvenated, grounded, and at peace while also helping rock climbers improve their overall mobility and range of motion, leading to more efficient and effective climbing.

YOGA FOR CLIMBERS W/ TARA

Through a series of postures aimed at building strength and flexibility, this class is designed to enhance your performance as a climber. Learn how to integrate yoga on and off the mat, breath work to increase lung capacity, meditation to destress and conscious movement in this hour long class to keep you climbing on!

HATHA (75MIN) W/ ALY

This class combines the masculine and feminine energies, much like the sun and the moon. Designed to strengthen your mind and your body, this class will not only make you sweat but will help you find structure and ease through asana and breath work. Find the balance between gentleness and physical strength.

AERIAL LYRA W/ LIV

Lyra (or Aerial Hoop) can be great cross training for climbers. Students will naturally build upper body, core, and grip strength while learning aerial technique and skills on the lyra. Classes will start with a 10-15 minute warm up, followed by training techniques specific to metal apparatuses in aerial. The remainder of class will break down basic skills and sequences so that by the end of class students will have a flow they can perform or make their own. Lesson plans are offered in a progressional manner so that all levels are welcome. While no prior experience is necessary to participate, aerial arts are a challenging workout that will test your strength, flexibility and endurance. Consistent training is recommended in order to reach your aerial goals.

YOGA STRETCH & RELEASE W/ JAYNE OR REBECCA

Wind down from your weekend with slow stretches and gentle flows to improve flexibility, joint mobility, and range of motion. Release tightness and tension in muscles and fascia to reduce discomfort, prevent injuries and prepare the body for either activity or relaxation. This class is welcome to all levels and instruction will be alternating between Jayne & Rebecca.

MAT PILATES W/ SUMMER

Build strength, stability, and control using your own body weight and props in this all-levels Mat Pilates class. Set to a steady, intentional pace, this class emphasizes core engagement, proper alignment, and mindful movement. We’ll work through a series of classical Pilates exercises with options to modify or progress each movement to suit your level. Expect a full-body workout that leaves you feeling stronger, taller, and more connected to your body!

VINYASA FLOW W/ PHEOBE

A full body sequence for strength and stability focusing on balance for the mind and body to help energize & prepare you for the day ahead. All levels welcome!

CONTEMPORARY DANCE W/ HANNAH

Explore some juicy movements in this all levels contemporary class. Warm-up includes an introduction to dance technique and form. Fluid and elongated motions will take us across the floor. Finally, utilize these techniques with fun and simple choreography. Come dance with us!

YOGA FOR WARRIORS W/ MARTIN

Yoga for Warriors is a strength-based, trauma-sensitive yoga class designed to build resilience of both body and mind. Rooted in traditional Warrior poses (Virabhadrasana I, II, III, and Reverse Warrior), this practice honors courage, focus, and steady presence while remaining accessible to all levels. Blending mindful movement, intentional breathwork, and grounding techniques, this class supports nervous system regulation and stress recovery, making it well suited for anyone seeking balance, resilience, and tools to navigate life’s challenges. Each session emphasizes body awareness, choice, and self-regulation — creating a safe and empowering space to reconnect with strength without force. Classes conclude with guided relaxation and meditation, offering practical tools for calm, clarity, and emotional balance that carries off the mat and into daily life. All levels are welcome!

YOGALATES W/ LT

Yogalates is a fast-paced fusion class combining fluid yoga and mobility based movement patterns with active and controlled strengthening exercises. This 60-minute workout is a fun and challenging way to build full-body strength and stability, while also improving mobility, flexibility, and balance within the body.

VINYASA FLOW W/ TOVA

This is a moderate vinyasa flow that incorporates fluid movement with the breath. Curiosity, laughter, and questions are encouraged during class. All levels welcome.

MOBILITY VINYASA W/ LT

Mobility Vinyasa is a faster-paced, active flow (breath to movement) yoga class that focuses on improving functional mobility, range of motion, flexibility, strength and stability, and overall freedom within the body. Through a series of mobility-focused exercises, yoga asanas, playful & dynamic transitions, and actively connecting your breath with movement, we’ll begin to open up the body, build strength, and increase functional mobility in fun and challenging ways. With the quicker pace of this class, knowledge of essential yoga postures is recommended.

RISE & SHINE YOGA W/ REBECCA

Start the day out right with an all-levels asana practice focused on warming the muscles and joints, gentle strengthening, and fun movement.

YOGALATES W/ JAYNE

Fire up your core and start the day right! This class uses a combination of fluid movements and pilates-based exercises to improve your strength, flexibility, and coordination. This gentle and sustainable approach to improving core strength and skeletal stability allows you to ease into movement first thing in the morning, but will still leave your muscles burning by the end of it. Modifications available to tailor to all fitness levels.

HATHA W/ JAYNE

A class for everyone, combining traditional Yoga moves with longer Yin holds, to create the perfect morning stretch.

ASANA FOR ALL W/ LEEANN

Come as you are. This all-levels class is designed to support climbers, weekend warriors, and anyone looking to reconnect with their body through mindful movement. We’ll blend strength-building asana, functional mobility, and nervous system-friendly breathwork to help you move better — on the wall and in daily life. Expect grounding, stretching, stabilizing, and space to listen to what your body needs most. No flexibility required. No fancy poses expected. Just a commitment to showing up. All levels welcome.

YOGA STRETCH & RELEASE W/ JAYNE OR REBECCA

Wind down from your weekend with slow stretches and gentle flows to improve flexibility, joint mobility, and range of motion. Release tightness and tension in muscles and fascia to reduce discomfort, prevent injuries and prepare the body for either activity or relaxation. This class is welcome to all levels, and instruction will alternate between Jayne & Rebecca.

RESTORATIVE YOGA W/ JENNA

Join this all levels, gentle yoga class to restore the body and the mind. Reset from your day and relax into these yoga poses to help release muscles and tension. Great for after a day on the mountain!

BREATH, BALANCE & STRETCH W/ ALY

Breath, Balance, Stretch is a grounding Hatha-style class designed to gently awaken the body and calm the mind. Through mindful breathwork, steady postures, and deep, intentional stretching, you’ll cultivate inner balance and spaciousness in both body and spirit. This class moves at a slow, supportive pace, making it ideal for practitioners of all levels who want to reconnect with their breath., enhance stability, and release tension with ease.

STEADY STRENGTH W/ LEEANN

Steady Strength is a strength-based flow designed to help you work hard while staying regulated and connected to your breath. This class emphasizes controlled transitions, stability under load, and sustained effort without rushing or redlining.

Expect a challenging, grounding practice that builds coordination, resilience, and confidence – supporting strength that lasts beyond the workout.

AERIAL LYRA W/ MICKEY

Discover the art of aerial hoop in a fun and supportive environment. This introductory course is designed for absolute beginners with little to no aerial experience. We will start with a comprehensive ground and aerial warmup, followed by exercises specifically created to build the upper body, grip, and core strength essential for aerial arts. You will learn foundational lyra skills, including basic mounts, beautiful poses, and graceful transitions, all performed safely close to the ground. No prior experience is required. 

BARRELATES W/ SUE

Barrelates is a 60-min fast moving, low-impact workout that blends core-focused Pilates exercises with the elegant ballet inspired movements from Barre. Using a combination of resistance bands, balls, and ballet barre; Barrelates integrates range-of-motion movement with isometric exercises to increase strength, endurance, balance, and posture.

FULL BODY FLOW W/ LINDSEY

This yoga class is for all movement lovers and yogis but is specifically designed with rock climbers in mind to improve their flexibility, strength, and mental and physical balance. This dynamic flow class will focus on opening the hips, shoulders, and spine to enhance overall mobility and range of motion. With mindful movement and breath work, this class will help climbers achieve better body awareness and control, leading to more efficient and effective climbing. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned yogi, this class will leave you feeling centered, energized, and ready to tackle your next climb.

CORE30 W/ LEEANN

Core 30 is a short, athletic class focused on building strength, stability, and control through efficient, intentional movement. Expect smart core work, functional strength, and pacing that challenges the body without overwhelming the system.

This class is ideal for climbers and active humans who want to feel stronger, more organized, and better supported in their movement – without unnecessary fatigue.

AERIAL STRENGTH & CONDITIONING W/ LIV

Aerial silks can serve as amazing cross training for climbers. Students will naturally build upper body, core, and grip strength in the act of learning aerial skills that can be applied to their climbing practice. This class will introduce students to universal aerial foundations and terminology by taking them through strength, conditioning, and flexibility practices found in aerial silks training. Lesson plans are offered in a progressional manner so that all levels are welcome.

Tova

Yoga Instructor

Tova has been practicing yoga since 1996, teaching since 2011. She is a 500-Hour CYT in vinyasa and Sri Vidya, a teacher-owner & board member of Vira Bhava Yoga a teacher-owned cooperative yoga school, and a former teacher and ops manager at a non-profit yoga organization that ran a financially and physically accessible studio and non-violence and trauma-informed yoga outreach programs in prisons, jails, and in-patient psychiatric facilities.

Liv

Aerial Instructor

Olivia (Liv) Davi is an experienced dancer, aerialist, yogi and rock climber. Since 2012, she has performed with the UCSB Middle East Dance Ensemble, Airedanse Collective, and Elevated Dreams Performance Tribe among others under the instruction of world-class aerial and flow arts instructors including Autumn Lotus, Matthew Leopold (The Greatest Showman), and Tammy Firefly. Liv is excited to assist in the expansion of Blue Granite’s aerial offering. She continues to teach aerial silks at Inverversion Gymnastics and Omni Tahoe and perform around the South Lake Tahoe area. Photo Credit: Morey Spellpan @studiospellman

Rebecca

Yoga Instructor

Rebecca, hailing from Santa Barbara, CA, has spent the last 20 + years in the Sierra Nevada and has lived in South Lake Tahoe since 2015. She received her 200- hour yoga teacher training through Balanced Rock at Yosemite with a practice focused on connections to the natural elements. Yoga compliments all her favorite outdoor sports and provides a place of balance, grounding, and strength while navigating this busy and complex world.

Jayne

Yoga Instructor

Originally from the UK, I took my first yoga class there 37 years ago! I have explored many different styles of yoga over the years and teacher trained in the Vinyasa style in 2008. I trained as a Holistic Health Coach in 2014 which has become such a useful tool to help not only others, but also myself to understand what my mind, body and soul needs to maintain health in this ever changing world. I have travelled and lived in many places, but there was always yoga - a way to find grounding and community in a new place. Lots of moves and life changes have left me needing more stillness and peace and quiet in my life. Yin! I recently completed my YinYoga teacher training at Joya Yoga in the Bay Area. I am excited to share with others my passion for Yin and its ability to challenge our bodies and minds in a gentler way.

Lindsey

Yoga Instructor

Lindsey has been a certified multi style yoga instructor since 2015. She started her yoga practice as a child, inspired and encouraged by her yogi grandmother. She pursued her passion for yoga and wellness by taking her YTT 200 in Costa Rica at Yoga with a View. Since then, she has been teaching all styles of yoga from Yin to Vinyasa and everything outside and in between including specialized classes for athletes. Now she shares her passion for yoga infectiously with fellow yogis. While guiding 50+ baseball youths to discover the wonders of yoga and how it can enhance their future as athletes, her approach to instructing yoga expanded. Seeing how much joy kids would so openly express while practicing made it her goal to enhance the playfulness in yoga as well as the calm. Her classes are for yogis of all experience levels. Focusing on Yin and Yang, the two relative qualities present in everything and everyone. Yin is more internal, passive, cooling and downward. Yang is more external, dynamic, warming and upward. Come to class with an open heart and a childlike wonder.

Julz

Dance Instructor

ulz grew up in Russia and has been dancing since she was 6 years old. Like most young girls, she started out with Russian traditional dances. Then, at the age of 16, she discovered the world of R&B and hip hop dances, and has been hooked ever since. She has experience teaching dance classes to kids and adults. Since moving to the US, she has danced at some of the best studios in big cities like Miami, NYC & LA.

Sue Arkell

Pilates, Barre, & Aerial Instructor

Sue Arkell is a highly experienced fitness instructor with a resume spanning three decades of sports and fitness instruction. Sue has coached beginning to elite gymnastics on national and international stages, and has instructed Pilates, step, boot camps, and yoga classes. She is passionate about teaching students of all ages and walks of life.

Alana Cayabyab

Yoga Instructor

Alana first discovered yoga while studying at San Diego State University in 2006. Yoga has since become such an integral part of Alana’s life. Yoga gives her a sense of deep connection to her authentic self. In taking a yoga class with her, Alana aims to have you feeling refreshed and inspired, and that you walk away with a deeper understanding of yourself.
Alana previously lived in South Lake Tahoe for 7 years and is returning after having spent a couple years in Sacramento and also this past year living abroad in New Zealand. She completed her 200 hr Vinyasa YTT and her 50 hour Yin YTT at Nadi Wellness Centre in Queenstown, New Zealand. Alana looks forward to connecting with you on the mat.

Tara Hostnik

Yoga Instructor

Paul Loupe

Yoga Instructor

Paul Loupe is a certified Yoga instructor. He completed his initial teacher training in Denver through “Core Power Yoga”. He has experience teaching in studios and Recreation Centers in addition to community programs and one on one yoga instruction. He is a former English Literature teacher and has been a part of the South Lake Tahoe community in some way for 30 years. Currently seeking climbing partners since he wore out the auto belay.

Aly Alvarez

Yoga Instructor

Aly is a Yoga instructor, CMT with a strong background in Ayurveda, and a passionate outdoor enthusiast. She specializes in Hatha Yoga and has been passionate about teaching since 2016 when she recovered from a spinal injury. In lieu of her injury, a life passion to encourage others to find self-healing and empowerment through yoga and massage emerged. Her background in teaching has been primarily climbers, but also has experience working with at-risk-youth, and people with various injuries.

LT

Yoga Instructor

My name is Lauren Tee but I go by LT. Originally from the Pacific Northwest, my love for
skiing brought me to Lake Tahoe over ten years ago. While skiing used to be my number one passion, yoga and handstands have since taken that top spot over the last few years. I started practicing yoga in April of 2020 during the initial COVID quarantine and my love and passion for the practice blossomed, expanded, and advanced very quickly. In January of 2021, I did my 200-hour yoga teacher training and proceeded to begin teaching in August at Blue Granite Climbing Gym. My passions to teach are functional mobility, vinyasa, strength, and inversions. In February of the following year, I completed an additional 75 hours of Yin and Anatomy training. The difference yoga has made in my life has been immeasurable and infinite, and I find that guiding, teaching and helping others reconnect with themselves and discover what their bodies are capable of with proper nurturing through this practice is what I am truly passionate about.

LeeAnn Mills

Yoga Instructor

LeeAnn has been working with the South Lake community for over 8 years at Barton Physical Therapy helping individuals get back to their passions. Now combining her physical therapy knowledge with her 200 HR-RYT, LeeAnn will challenge you on your mats. Recognizing the importance of maintaining an active lifestyle, her style of yoga places emphasis on individuality in the practice. She focuses on mobility, flexibility, and strength, and how these key pieces are interconnected. She will guide you on how this vital trifecta can be incorporated into your daily life, on and off the mat and in movement on rock.

Martin

Martin is a career firefighter, husband, and father of two girls. His yoga journey began in 2015, when his chiropractor suggested yoga to help with back pain. In 2020, Martin completed his 200 RYT in the Ashtanga Primary Series at Tahoe Yoga Shala and has since enriched his practice with training in Hatha, Yin, Reiki, and Meditation. He discovered that by focusing on Tristhana—breath, posture, and gazing point—yoga becomes a powerful resiliency practice. Building his own resiliency and teaching others is now Martin's main focus. Through a program called Valor Resiliency, Martin has dedicated hundreds of hours to the understanding of what makes first responders and us all mentally and physically fit. As a Yoga teacher, Martin centers his attention on simple reintegration, regulation and purification skills, specially designed for first responders and others in our community. His classes aim to help us stay centered in both our work and everyday life.

Mickey

Mickey (Firefly Mickey) Holman has seven years of performing experience in a variety of settings -- from intimate studio showcases to large-scale events.
"I am thrilled to transition from performing artist to instructor. Having honed my skills and built a powerful conditionings practice over the years, I am now passionate about sharing my love for lyra and strength training with new students. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and empowering environment where everyone can discover their potential in the air."

Summer

I discovered Pilates during college in Chico and quickly fell in love with its rehabilitative benefits and how it gave me a deeper understanding and connection with my body. When the opportunity came up to teach in Tahoe, I went all in and pursued my comprehensive certification through Balanced Body. I mostly teach reformer classes, but I have a special place in my heart for the mat repertoire — it’s where the most challenging and rewarding work is done. I’m excited to share that experience and support you in creating more intentional connections with movement!

Pheobe

My name is Pheobe Selby and I found my passion for yoga during Covid. I’m originally from Tennessee but I moved to South Lake Tahoe from Sedona, AZ last year and decided it was time to take my first step into teaching. I got certified as a yoga instructor this Summer at OMNI and I am very excited to continue learning and growing. I also enjoy hiking, climbing, and skiing.

Dillon

My name is Dillon Arey and I started practicing acro yoga in 2017 and quickly fell in love with the movement, flow, and camaraderie it encouraged among my fellow yogis. I am thrilled at the opportunity to build community around this practice in South Lake, and share the joy of playful movement with others. Aside from acro, I enjoy climbing, skiing, gardening, and the vast opportunity we have to experience the outdoors in Tahoe.